~Zayn's POV~
She hesitated, her gaze dropping to our joined hands before looking back at me, her expression hopeful and vulnerable. "Zayn, I'm still single. Now that we know the truth... will you consider us getting back together?"
I pulled my hand back gently. "Meera," I began, my voice firm but quiet. "My relationship isn't exactly private. By now, everybody knows about my relationship with my boyfriend."
Meera burst out laughing, a sound that was too loud for the empty restaurant. "Zayn, stop! Just stop! Don't tell me you want me to believe you are actually in love with... him. With Evric."
I looked at her, my expression completely serious. "Yes, Meera. I'm serious. I love him."
Meera's laughter died instantly. Her face contorted into disbelief. "Cover your mouth, Zayn, and stop talking nonsense!"
"What do you mean?" I asked, completely taken aback by her reaction.
